NTPC North Karanpura Achieves Major Milestone With Successful Synchronization Of Unit #3

NTPC North Karanpura has successfully synchronized Unit #3 at 02:43 hours on March 19, 2025, marking a significant step toward the full operationalization of the plant. This achievement further strengthens the region’s power generation capacity and underscores NTPC’s commitment to ensuring energy security for the nation.

The NTPC North Karanpura Super Thermal Power Project (NKSTPP) has a total planned capacity of 1,980 MW, comprising three units of 660 MW each. With two units already operational, the synchronization of Unit #3 brings NTPC closer to achieving its full generation potential.

Strategically located in Chatra district of Jharkhand, this pit-head project is poised to play a crucial role in supplying power to Jharkhand, Bihar, Odisha, West Bengal, and Sikkim,
ensuring 24×7 availability of reliable and affordable electricity for the eastern region of India. Notably, NTPC North Karanpura is India’s first Supercritical Thermal Power Project to incorporate an Air-Cooled Condenser (ACC) of such scale, reducing water consumption to just one-third compared to traditional water-cooled condensers. This technological innovation highlights NTPC’s dedication to sustainable and efficient power generation.

The milestone event was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including:

● Arindham Sinha, Regional Executive Director (ER-II)
● S.K. Suar, Executive Director & Head of Project (HOP), North Karanpura
● A.K. Shukla, Executive Director (Ash Management)
● Other General Managers and Heads of Departments (HODs)

Congratulating the team, Arindham Sinha, Regional Executive Director (ER-II), commended the unwavering dedication and technical expertise of the employees in achieving this landmark synchronization. He emphasized that Unit #3 will significantly enhance NTPC’s capability to supply reliable, efficient, and sustainable power to millions of consumers. He also extended his gratitude to the district administration, local authorities, other stakeholders and media representatives for their continuous support in facilitating this success.

With this latest achievement, NTPC North Karanpura continues to reinforce its position as a leading contributor to India’s energy sector, furthering the nation’s economic growth and ensuring a robust and sustainable power infrastructure.